Chapter 1222: Returning to the Sect
Chapter 1222: Returning to the Sect
After cultivating Spirit Plants for many years, Lu Xuan naturally understood the immense challenge of nurturing a Seventh Rank Spirit Seed and stimulating it to evolve into an Eighth Rank Spirit Seed.
Firstly, to absorb a large amount of True Dragon Essence Blood, one would need to find more than just a single True Dragon corpse, as Seventh Rank True Dragons were already rare, let alone those of the True Dragon category.
This step alone could be a daunting task for countless cultivators and powerful demons.
Lastly, even if the first condition was met, one would still need incredible luck. After all, stimulating the mutation of a Spirit Seed was not something that could be easily achieved, and it might take numerous attempts to succeed even once.
However, unexpectedly, it was during this attempt that the Eighth Rank Spirit Seed was discovered.
"Fate has its own plans. If it weren't for the Demon Ghost Vine reaching the Seventh Rank and bringing it into the Fallen Dragon Abyss, I wouldn't have been able to find this Eighth Rank Spirit Seed on my own."
Lu Xuan sighed as he stored the True Dragon Fruit Spirit Seed into his Tiny Universe Scroll.
"To cultivate the True Dragon Fruit, you need high-level dragon blood to irrigate and nourish it..."
"What about those two Flood Dragon Kings we just encountered?"
"Perhaps they came here to take this Spirit Seed?"
Lu Xuan secretly speculated.
After leaving the True Dragon Cemetery, he continued to dispatch the Demon Ghost Vine to help search for Spirit Seeds.
During the Demon Ghost Vine's search, Lu Xuan took the opportunity to check on the other three cultivators.
The trio was attempting to deal with a restriction guarding the cemetery, and from the looks of it, they were still far from breaking through it completely.
"Senior Thunder Rhinoceros is truly formidable, pushing through with ease."
Lu Xuan smiled slightly.
After a while, the numerous vines of the Demon Ghost Vine returned to its main body, and a disappointed look appeared on the pale green little man's face.
"Senior, I haven't found any other Spirit Seeds."
He bowed his head and reported to Lu Xuan.
"It's fine. A Seventh Rank Canglong Wood sapling and an Eighth Rank True Dragon Fruit Spirit Seed are more than enough."
Lu Xuan nodded lightly.
He circled around several graves, collected a few dragon souls, and then decided to return.
The dragon cemetery was filled with powerful restrictions, but only some of the graves contained True Dragon corpses, and even then, they might have lost most of their spirituality, making it a fruitless effort.
Having the Green Horned Thunder Beast push through everything would also be a bit unreasonable.
Most importantly, Lu Xuan had already reaped abundant gains during his trip to the Demon Realm.
He had captured a Seventh Rank Dragon Softshell Turtle and a Glowing Spirit Crane with Seventh Rank potential.
In the Thunder Wastes, he obtained two Eighth Rank Xuemo Lei Hu Spirit Seeds, a segment of Ninth Rank Yin-Yang Thunder Extreme Wood, and a large quantity of Thunder Crystal Sand.
After entering the Fallen Dragon Abyss, the Demon Ghost Vine helped him find a Seventh Rank Canglong Wood sapling, an Eighth Rank True Dragon Fruit Spirit Seed, two Seventh Rank Flood Dragon King corpses, and a small number of dragon souls.
"It's time to return to the sect."
Lu Xuan was satisfied and decided to head back to the Dongxuan Sword Sect.
He had caused quite a stir in the Demon Realm, and to avoid further trouble, he thought it best to return to the sect sooner rather than later.
"Cultivating Spirit Plants suits me better."
After making his decision, Lu Xuan approached the three cultivators who were still working on breaking the restriction.
"Fellow cultivator, do you wish to join us in breaking this restriction?"
The elder smiled and asked.
After witnessing the power of the Green Horned Thunder Beast, the three cultivators had no other thoughts on their minds and only wanted to fulfill Lu Xuan's wishes as much as possible.
"No, I've already obtained what I came for and plan to leave the Demon Realm. I came here specifically to bid you farewell."
Lu Xuan cupped his hands in greeting.
"There are still many dragon clan cemeteries inside; why not search for more?"
Upon hearing Lu Xuan's words, the three cultivators secretly rejoiced, and the elder pretended to persuade him to stay.
"No need, leave it to you three to explore thoroughly."
"Farewell, until we meet again."
Lu Xuan left behind a lighthearted farewell, stored the pale green little man into his Tiny Universe Scroll, and his figure disappeared right in front of the three cultivators.
"He's really leaving."
After a while, the tall cultivator who had been silent the entire time, spoke up, his voice carrying through the air.
The old man and the ordinary youth heeded his words, both heaving a sigh of relief.
Among the three of them, this tall cultivator possessed the most formidable divine perception. With his judgment, they could almost certainly conclude that Lu Xuan had truly left.
"The pressure brought by that ancient Lei'sui is indeed overwhelming."
"We were afraid of provoking that cultivator and incurring his wrath. He might have attacked us without any warning."
"Fortunately, we managed to keep our lives."
The three of them sighed with relief.
It was not uncommon for killings and treasure-snatching to occur within the secret realm, and they had experienced it many times.
Luckily, although their opponent possessed absolute strength, he was not a bloodthirsty individual. Combined with their careful observation and humble attitude, they managed to survive.
"I wonder what kind of background that fellow cultivator has. His behavior and style are completely different from those of us who came from small sects or families."
The old man spoke up, asking the question on everyone's mind.
"He must be a cultivator from a Great Clan."
"Indeed, it's not easy to enter this place. Despite the potential treasures in the other tombs, he only focused on the one with the deepest foundation. Only someone with such a profound background could do that."
"Isn't it just because he has an ancient beast as his protector?"
The youth cultivator grumbled in discontent.
The Smoke Shadow Beast he had painstakingly cultivated was completely destroyed by his opponent, causing him significant losses. Yet, he could only swallow his pride as a Nascent Soul Realm cultivator and try to appease the other party.
Therefore, after Lu Xuan had completely left, the youth couldn't help but complain.
"Fellow Daoist Shi, be careful with your words," the old man hurriedly warned.
The tall cultivator remained silent, but a barely perceptible trace of ridicule flashed in the depths of his eyes.
...
"Finally, I'm back at the Sword Sect."
Lu Xuan stood outside the Ten Directions Extinction Sword Formation, gazing at the enormous sword auras swirling around, his heart filled with countless emotions.
After two months, he had finally returned to the Sword Sect.
"This trip to the Demon Realm lasted almost a year. With the company of Senior Lei'sui, I can say that our journey was smooth and unhindered."
Although his main body remained in the Sword Sect, it would have been difficult to capture the 7th Grade Dragon Softshell Turtle alive, let alone instantly kill two 7th Grade Flood Dragon Kings, relying solely on the White Lotus incarnation.
Using his identity plaque, Lu Xuan smoothly entered the Sword Sect.
As soon as he entered, a fellow disciple guarding the sword formation greeted him.
"Junior Brother Lu, I heard you went on a long journey. That's quite rare."
A young sword cultivator carrying a giant sword on his back spoke with a smile.
"So it's Senior Brother Ye."
"Yes, I had some business outside. Fortunately, it was a journey with surprises but no dangers."
Lu Xuan smiled in response.
"Hahaha, it's good that you've returned safely."
"Your absence must have worried the Sword Master of True Sword Peak."
The young cultivator teased, alluding to the several Sword Peak Grand Competitions and the various high-level sword grasses improved by Lu Xuan, which made the importance of Lu Xuan to the True Sword Peak well-known among all the Nascent Soul Realm cultivators in the Sword Sect.
"Senior Brother, you flatter me," Lu Xuan humbly replied.
After a casual conversation with his fellow disciple, Lu Xuan quickly made an excuse and hurried towards the True Sword Peak.
Upon arriving at the Sword Peak, he swiftly made his way to the cave mansion.
"Master! Master! You're finally back!"
"I want to die, Master!"
Before Lu Xuan could even activate the formation, the White Ape transformed into a beam of white light and rushed directly to Lu Xuan, tightly hugging his leg.
"Get lost!"
"Others might think that my master is incapable!"
Lu Xuan kicked the White Ape away, smiling as he scolded him.
(End of Chapter)
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